Federal Policy Analyst, Office of the Governor

Position: Federal Policy Analyst
Organization: Office of the Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia
Contact: FederalPolicyAnalyst@gmail.com 

DESCRIPTION
The Commonwealth is seeking a Federal Policy Analyst for the Virginia Liaison Office (VLO) in Washington, D.C. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
The VLO is responsible for:  
•    Monitoring all Federal/Congressional actions and developments that affect the Commonwealth.  
•    Advocating on behalf of the Commonwealth and the Governor’s interests in Washington.  
•    Working with interstate and regional organizations, including the National Governors Association, the Southern Governors’ Association, and the Democratic Governors Association.  
•    Assisting in the coordination and implementation of Virginia’s Federal and legislative priorities.  
•    Regularly lobbying Members of Congress, committee and personal staff, and the Administration on various issues.  
•    Working closely with interstate and regional organizations.  
•    Maintaining close working relationships with State leaders.  
•    Drafting memos, talking points, and other materials.  Equal share of Administrative tasks for a small office. 

QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates
•  will possess exceptional writing and oral communication skills. 
•  will also be highly organized, detail-oriented self-starters
•  will have knowledge of the State and Federal legislative process (including budget and appropriations) and a deep interest in public policy. 
•  will be able to periodically travel to various parts of the Commonwealth for meetings and assignments.  

APPLICATIONS
The office is an equal opportunity employer; which does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.  

For more information, please e-mail your cover letter, resume, and references to FederalPolicyAnalyst@gmail.com 

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